Explores limitations of Batch Execution Mode on Rowstore Indexes in SQL Server, including heuristics and missing operators.
Using KSQL to flatten nested CDC data from Kafka for use with the JDBC Sink connector.
A developer's struggle with accessibility in modern frameworks, highlighting the conflict between new tools and inclusive web development practices.
A wish list for Veeam Backup for Microsoft Office 365 v3, requesting features like console integration and more granular OneDrive backup controls.
A tutorial on creating an animated world population cartogram from 1800 to 2100 using R, open data, and open-source geospatial libraries.
A developer explains how Go 1.11's module system solved their biggest frustration (GOPATH), leading them to appreciate Go's simplicity, concurrency, and stability.
Explores the heuristics and conditions under which SQL Server's Query Optimizer decides to use Batch Mode execution for query processing.
A developer details troubleshooting Windows Media Center on Windows 10, explaining DLL Hell and a COM-based workaround for a broken system component.
Explores SQL Server 2019's new Batch Execution Mode for Rowstore indexes, covering basics, enabling it, and analyzing performance.
Argues that method chaining should be a core language operator, analyzing its problems in JavaScript/jQuery and proposing a built-in solution.
A personal reflection on the importance of digital privacy, arguing it's a fundamental right and suggesting alternatives to major tech services.
A wrap-up of a blog series documenting all built-in Terraform interpolation functions, including project reflections and lessons learned.
Argues against signing Contributor License Agreements (CLAs) in open-source projects, claiming they undermine contributor rights and project freedom.
Explores using attribution text in PowerShell's BurntToast module for Windows toast notifications, detailing current limitations and workarounds.
A guide to using asset catalogs and custom bundles on iOS to create a theming system for apps.
Analysis of a bug in New Zealand's official pseudo-random number generator used for electoral vote counting, based on the Wichmann-Hill algorithm.
A guide to managing environment-specific configuration (like API keys and URLs) in Xcode projects using plist files and xcconfig build settings.
An exploration of the history and variety of .NET runtimes, from Microsoft's official frameworks to community and research projects.
A call for contributions to the Hacktoberfest open-source event, focusing on the PowerShell project 'BurntToast' and encouraging participation.
A discussion on CSS specificity and the cascade, sparked by a Twitter poll, highlighting the importance of fundamental CSS knowledge.
